Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Veterans Early Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26%
- Reading Proficiency: 46%
- Science Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veterans Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Veterans Early Learning Center's student population of 466 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Veterans Early Learning Center is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)26%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
33%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
50%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Veterans Early Learning Center often compared to?
Veterans Early Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Charles C Cashman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Veterans Early Learning Center?
466 students attend Veterans Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Veterans Early Learning Center students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veterans Early Learning Center?
Veterans Early Learning Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Veterans Early Learning Center offer ?
Veterans Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Veterans Early Learning Center part of?
Veterans Early Learning Center is part of Saugus School District.
School Reviews
5 5/21/2012
i went to this school and it very child friendly and has a good learning system.
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